2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |